Transperth C-series train


The Transperth C-series trains are a planned class of electric multiple unit for Transperth. The new trains will be longer than existing Transperth trains and will feature three doors along each side of each carriage, rather than the two on the A and B series. Floors will no longer be laid with carpet as found in the A and B Series, and will instead be covered in hard-wearing, easy to clean flooring.

History

In April 2018, the Public Transport Authority called for expressions of interest to build 41 six-carriage electric multiple units. Three consortia were shortlisted to bid:
In August 2019, Alstom was announced as the successful bidder. They will be assembled in Bellevue. Seventeen sets will be delivered to provide rolling stock for network extensions as part of the Metronet project, while the other 24 will replace the A-series stock from 2023.
In December 2019, Alstom released details of the contract and early renders of what the new trains will look like. Under the contract, worth approximately €800 million, Alstom will be responsible for the design, supply, manufacturing, testing and commissioning of 41 x 6-car electric and 2 x 3-car diesel trains, which includes 50% local content, 20 years maintenance of the EMU trains and maintenance support services for the DMU trains.